HR Internship

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Heritage is building a Modern Investment Office that supports some of the world's most prominent families in preserving and growing their capital. The firm combines institutional‑grade investment sourcing, personalized portfolio construction, advanced technology and deep sector expertise to make private‑market opportunities more transparent and actionable. Its international team draws from private equity, venture capital, banking, software development, law and entrepreneurship, and it focuses on attracting top talent and fostering individual growth. As an HR Generalist Intern you will join the HR team and help keep daily operations running smoothly while working with colleagues across all divisions. Your tasks will cover the full employee lifecycle, from assisting with pre‑boarding and the first weeks of new hires to handling routine HR administration such as contracts and documentation. You will also support internal projects that aim to improve employee experience, help design and distribute engagement surveys, analyse the results, and assist during performance‑review cycles by tracking deadlines and gathering feedback. In addition, you will create reports on key HR metrics like headcount and turnover, and you will explore AI‑driven automation to make People Operations more scalable. The role requires a genuine passion for people and HR processes, strong verbal and written English skills, and a proactive, innovative mindset suited to a fast‑growing environment that demands flexibility. A university degree, ideally a master's in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology or a related field, is considered a plus. Candidates must be able to start in October 2026 for a six‑month paid internship in Milan and be comfortable working both independently and as part of a team. Nice‑to‑have attributes include an active‑listening attitude, humility, hard‑working nature, and the ability to thrive in a multicultural setting with colleagues from more than ten nationalities. The internship offers paid work in the heart of Milan, exposure to senior professionals from top firms such as Carlyle and CD & R, and regular interaction with external stakeholders like entrepreneurs and investors. Quarterly team‑building events and a commitment to equal‑opportunity hiring round out a supportive, growth‑focused environment. What the role asks for: - Passion for people and HR processes - Excellent English verbal and written communication - Proactive and innovative mindset - Ability to work flexibly in a fast‑growing environment - Driven, active listener, humble and hard‑working - University degree (master in HR, Business Administration, Psychology or similar), plus - Availability to start October 2026 for a 6‑month internship - Location: Milan (paid internship)